Requests for Records

Who can initiate a request?

Anyone may initiate a request for public records.

Cost

Emailed records are usually free of charge. Paper copies are generally $0.10 per page.

What is a Public Record?

A “public record” includes any writing containing information relating to the conduct of the public’s business prepared, owned, used, or retained in any state or local agency regardless of physical form or characteristics.

Requests for Storage Tank/Hazardous Material Storage History

Metro Fire does not maintain these types of records. Contact Sacramento County Environmental Management for assistance.

Requests for Ambulance, Medical, and Billing Records

Requests for reports and billing records related to medical care provided by Metro Fire are handled by our billing company. Instructions for requesting these records can be found here.

How to Submit a Request for Public Records

Submit a request online by completing the appropriate form. See options below.

Medical Report Request

REQUESTING A COPY OF YOUR AMBULANCE MEDICAL RECORD

Incident Report

Public reports completed by Metro Fire personnel when responding to an incident. This includes incident types such as structure fire, grass fire, vehicle accident, medical aid, etc.

Inspection/Code Violation Reports

Reports of open code violations.

File Research Application

Records for plans, including, but not limited to, sprinkler and fire alarm plan sets. Additional fees may apply.

Public Records (Other)

If none of the above report types fit your needs, make your request via this link. Be sure to include clear and concise information in your request to ensure the scope is narrow enough for personnel to determine if Metro Fire has the records.

Please note: The 10-day period mentioned in the Government Code §7922.535 is not a deadline for producing records. Should the request be voluminous, or require research, or computer programming, Metro Fire may need a reasonable amount of time to research, review, and inspect records prior to release; therefore, it may take longer before the records can be made available. Upon receipt of your request, Metro Fire will make every effort to keep you apprised of response timeframes.

If you would prefer to mail your request, you may send your request with all pertinent information to:

Attn: CA Public Records Request Metro Fire 10545 Armstrong Ave, Suite 200 Mather, CA 95655

Questions? Contact CPRArequest@metrofire.ca.gov